Program Assistant, Home Study/Post Release Services

Catholic Charities West Michigan • Full-time • Grand Rapids, Michigan • 9m ago

Position Summary

The Unaccompanied Children (UC) Program Assistant has responsibility for handling the support functions for program operations. This includes maintaining calendars, word processing, compiling information, filing documents, and handling incoming and outgoing mail.

Hourly Wage: $17.00/HR

Are you passionate about discovering new ways to help empower people and make a difference in their lives?

If you’ve got what it takes to support us in our mission to provide help and create hope through innovative, collaborative, and diverse programs within the community, then we’ve got the right opportunity for you.

About Catholic Charities West Michigan

Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) is a community-based agency providing programs in Western Michigan and offering a variety of services in family preservation, behavioral health, child welfare, and community outreach.

CCWM is committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all staff are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.
CCWM encourages persons of diverse backgrounds and faiths to apply for employment.

Essentials Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinates and prepares all forms, correspondence, schedules, spreadsheets, mailings, copying, and reports needed by the UC programs.
Responsible for data entry.
Responsible for opening and closing cases and corresponding files for UC programs.
Processes background checks for sponsors and adult household members in sponsor households.
Responsible for processing incoming mail, and assist with outgoing mail as needed.
Organizes and maintains program records, files, checklists, schedules, demographics, calendars, and outcome measures as needed.
Creates packets for staff within UC programs.
Performs other special assignments at supervisor’s request.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Successfully navigate computer programs such as Excel, Word, Access, and other web-based programs.
Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills.
Ability to manage multiple schedules.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to relate to diverse populations and cultures while communicating with clients and the public in a courteous and effective manner.

Recommended Employment Qualifications

Education:

Experience:

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

none required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Benefits Offered:

Health insurance
Paid time off
Dental insurance
401(k)
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
401(k) matching
Retirement plan
Referral program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Professional development assistance
Employee assistance program

Our Mission

Inspired by the Church's social teachings, Catholic Charities West Michigan fosters individuals and families to flourish by providing help and creating hope.

Our Vision

Catholic Charities West Michigan is called to create a just and compassionate community where all people can achieve their divine purpose.

Our Values